Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is training?
A: In 2020, our main training will scheduled for a date in May TBA, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Q: What if I cannot make it to the May training?
A: Training will be held each Friday before retreats. We strongly recommend attending the May training.
Q: What days and what hours would I be an assistant?
A: In addition to your training session, the hours we need Assistants include:
Q: Can I be a part time assistant?
A: Yes! We are always looking for help behind the scenes or for those times when a scheduled assistant calls in sick. You will still need to complete the application process and attend a training. We could also use help between retreats and over the winter.
Q: Will you write me a letter of recommendation or fill out my school’s paperwork?
A: If the assistant is present for the whole retreat weekend or all weekends, I would be happy to write a letter of recommendation. If the assistant is fulfilling a volunteer commitment for another organization and his or her requirements are less than one weekend, I will write and/or sign a verification letter that you were here and for what dates and times. If you are looking to fulfill college level or other experiential learning experience requirements, I will be happy to fill out your paperwork as long as you meet the requirements of your program.
Q:Will volunteering cost me anything?
A: We provide volunteers with housing, meals, and training. A volunteer camp t-shirt is also included.
Q:Where will I stay?
A:We have a bunk house that sleeps 18 people, as well as tent and camper sites available.
A: In 2020, our main training will scheduled for a date in May TBA, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Q: What if I cannot make it to the May training?
A: Training will be held each Friday before retreats. We strongly recommend attending the May training.
Q: What days and what hours would I be an assistant?
A: In addition to your training session, the hours we need Assistants include:
- June, July & August: Friday 3pm – 9pm, Saturday 9am – 9pm, Sunday 9am – 2pm
Q: Can I be a part time assistant?
A: Yes! We are always looking for help behind the scenes or for those times when a scheduled assistant calls in sick. You will still need to complete the application process and attend a training. We could also use help between retreats and over the winter.
Q: Will you write me a letter of recommendation or fill out my school’s paperwork?
A: If the assistant is present for the whole retreat weekend or all weekends, I would be happy to write a letter of recommendation. If the assistant is fulfilling a volunteer commitment for another organization and his or her requirements are less than one weekend, I will write and/or sign a verification letter that you were here and for what dates and times. If you are looking to fulfill college level or other experiential learning experience requirements, I will be happy to fill out your paperwork as long as you meet the requirements of your program.
Q:Will volunteering cost me anything?
A: We provide volunteers with housing, meals, and training. A volunteer camp t-shirt is also included.
Q:Where will I stay?
A:We have a bunk house that sleeps 18 people, as well as tent and camper sites available.